The Lightning West facility is in Marana, Az (in the greater Tucson area). Conveniently located approximately 10 miles from the Marana Regional Airport, and about 40 miles to Tucson International Airport. Their facility is located on 40 acres. They have a 10,000 + sq. ft. shop/hanger. Private dirt strip for their flying convenience. Surrounded by beautiful untouched desert landscaping. Every evening you can enjoy beautiful sunsets against the nearby mountains. They live on site which adds security and availability. They offer stay while you build packages so you can focus on your airplane during assist build. Other accommodations are approximately 30 mins away on I-10.

Specifications:

Kit Price w/o Engine: ~$35,900

Plans Price: N/A

Number of Seats: 1

Building Materials: N/A

Building Time: ~500 HRS

Standard Engine: JABIRU 3300A

Horsepower: 120

Wing Span: 27.2 Ft.

Wing Area: 91 Sq. Ft.

Empty Weight: 840 Lbs.

Gross Weight: 1425 Lbs.

Takeoff Distance: 275 Ft.

Landing Distance: 350 Ft.

Glide Ratio: 17:1

Stall Full Flap: 40 MPH

Stall Clean: 51 MPH

Climb Rate at Gross: 1800 Ft./Min.

VNE: 208 MPH

Cruise Speed: 138 MPH

Top Speed: 150 MPH

Turn Rate: <1 Second

Maneuvering Speed: 140 MPH

Endurance: 5HR.

Fuel Capacity: 22 Gal.

Range: 675 Miles

Range w/reserve: 700 Miles

Airplane onsite:
Lightning West has a demo aircraft onsite. Throughout the year they have airplanes under construction to view.